Assistant Legal Manager

1. Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Assist in managing civil, commercial, criminal, arbitration and insolvency-related matters before courts, tribunals, NCLT and NCLAT.
• Draft and review legal notices, pleadings, replies, applications and other legal documents.
• Coordinate with external advocates for case preparation, filings, hearings and follow-up on court orders.
• Prepare case briefs and maintain matter-wise records.
• Track hearing dates, deadlines and key developments in ongoing matters.

2. Case Management & Coordination

• Maintain and regularly update the Company's litigation database.
• Coordinate with internal departments to collect documents, records and factual inputs required for legal matters.
• Assist in preparing litigation status reports and management updates.
• Ensure timely follow-up on pending legal matters and action points.

3. Contractual Support

• Assist in drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, purchase orders, NDAs and other contractual documents.
• Support the contract approval, execution and record management process.
• Review agreements and highlight key contractual risks and obligations.

Experience with a law firm or in-house legal team, with exposure to arbitration and IBC proceedings, is preferred.

Required Skills

• Good legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Sound knowledge of court procedures and litigation management.
• Strong coordination, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with external counsel and internal stakeholders.